Akrivis is a privately held biopharmaceutical company based in Cambridge (Massachusetts) and committed to the early detection, diagnosis and treatment of serious and life-threatening diseases. Its patented Z-TECT™ and ADAPT™ technology platforms are in essence versatile, sequentially targeted, high payload nanocarrier systems that provide: (1) ultrasensitive in vitro detection; (2) high resolution in vivo imaging; and (3) sequentially targeted, efficient and specific delivery of high drug payloads to targeted biomarkers with improved efficacy and safety. Website

Bionique Testing Laboratories is a leading global provider of mycoplasma testing services. For over 25 years, Bionique has been a trusted partner to the pharma, biotech, research, and reagent supplier industries. Website

BioSciKin (BSK) Pharma Pioneers is headquartered in Nanjing, China and has two major sites in Shanghai and Tianjin. Its mission is to partner with global biotech companies and academic institutions to develop innovative therapeutics and healthcare products in China in parallel with partners’ global development plans. Successful partnership is supported by BSK venture as well as pre-clinical and clinical development capabilities derived from Simcere Pharmaceutical Group’s years of experience. Website

Hemeon Medical

Medical device company based in Scituate, MA. Website

Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals is a privately held biotechnology company focused on developing and delivering therapeutics to patients with devastating diseases and unmet medical needs. The company has an experienced management team, significant funding and a clear vision of building a global, generational company. Website

KSQ Therapeutics

KSQ Therapeutics, Inc. is a functional genomics company. We have developed a novel genetics tool that allows us to screen the human genome to uncover information on specific diseases. We utilize this knowledge to target drugs for treatment of these diseases. Website

Optimal Wealth is a Financial Planning boutique firm that specializes in meeting the needs of the Biotech community. Our mission is to help families create and preserve wealth and income streams through sound financial strategies. Our team uses a highly consultative, tailored approach. Our staff are experts in Financial Planning, Risk Management, Wealth Management, Trust & Estates and Philanthropic Planning. We work closely with each client’s other advisors and our extended network to enable integrated management of your financial affairs. Website

Proskauer Rose LLP is a full-service international law firm providing comprehensive, strategic counseling to clients in the biotechnology industry. Our clients include start-ups, established companies, universities, university spin-outs, and private equity funds. Website

STAT delivers fast, deep, and tough-minded journalism. We take you inside science labs and hospitals, biotech boardrooms, and political backrooms. We dissect crucial discoveries. We examine controversies and puncture hype. We hold individuals and institutions accountable. We introduce you to the power brokers and personalities who are driving a revolution in human health. These are the stories that matter to us all. Website

Vetter is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that specializes in the aseptic filling of syringes, cartridges and vials. The company has extensive experience with biologics and other complex compounds, including monoclonal antibodies, peptides, interferons and vaccines. Collaborating with pharma/biotech clients worldwide, Vetter supports products from preclinical development through global market supply. Through its U.S. and European facilities, Vetter Development Service provides state-of-the-art support for early-stage products, with seamless transfer at Phase III to Vetter Commercial Manufacturing for large-scale production. The company offers state-of-the-art technology and innovative processes to promote product quality and maximize API yield. Website

VL34

VL34 is an early-stage startup in Cambridge, MA using cutting-edge molecular techniques to help create a novel category of fertility treatment. VL34 was founded by VentureLabs, a unit of Flagship Ventures which has launched over 25 breakthrough companies including Seres Therapeutics, Symbiota, Pronutria, and Moderna Therapeutics. Website

With a long-standing reputation within the industry, WithumSmith+Brown partners with Life Science organizations to help navigate the business issues unique to their industry. Our Life Science specialists work with many pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device companies, as well as other related businesses within the industry. Whether you need additional private or public capital, assistance with SEC matters, internal operating efficiencies or intellectual property royalties, WS+B has the industry experience and expertise to help you achieve your objectives. Website